140 | Arthritis: Different Types and Treatments

Diagnosed with Arthritis? Worried about Arthritis?  DocJen & Dr. Dom hone in on stripping away the fear that is associated with the Arthritis diagnosis. They touch base with 7 different types of Arthritis, what is happening within the body respectively, and emphasize the importance of moving. They provide insight into how to continue to move within what is tolerable within your body and the importance of looking at the body systemically and how to combat systemic and chronic inflammation. Finally, DocJen & Dr Dom mention their favorite tips on how cold and hot therapy may be beneficial, the power of breath in modulating the nervous system to navigate chronic inflammation, and how to address your stressors! Let’s take a deep dive into the world of Arthritis and how you can begin to let that fear go!

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What You Will Learn In This PT Pearl:

3:14 – What is Arthritis?

4:00 – Don't be afraid of Arthritis

6:00 – Osteoarthritis

8:37 – Should you stop moving if you have Arthritis?

9:55 – Spondylitis

14:35 – Autoimmune Arthritis

16:15 – Rheumatoid Arthritis

20:48 – Junior Rheumatoid Arthritis

23:06 – Juvenile Arthritis

23:27 – Psoriatic Arthritis

24:19 – Reactive Arthritis

24:40 – Looking systemically for Arthritis

30:49 – Cold & Hot therapy for Arthritis

32:57 – Stressors

36:30 – Ask Questions!

34:21 – Dr. Dom’s Takeaway

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